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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne from R8 322

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MEL
May 3 — May 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 233

One-way from

R8 322

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R20 804
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 7/7-21/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R38 329 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R7 869 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2025.

Mon 7/711:20JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 21/714:25MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/4R16 233
Tue 6/520:25JNB - MEL
1 stop36h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 13/515:15MEL - JNB
1 stop26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R17 296
Thu 4/911:20JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/923:45MEL - JNB
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4R17 632
Mon 1/919:50JNB - MEL
1 stop27h 35mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/46:55MEL - JNB
1 stop20h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 27/4R19 312
Sun 29/618:45JNB - MEL
1 stop16h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 7/76:30MEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/4R19 853
Mon 22/1216:50JNB - MEL
2 stops28h 05mRwandAir
Thu 1/116:10MEL - JNB
2 stops31h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 27/4R19 909
Tue 16/1210:00JNB - MEL
1 stop33h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 1/118:15MEL - JNB
1 stop23h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/4R20 133
Mon 7/718:45JNB - AVV
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 21/76:00AVV - JNB
1 stop18h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/4R20 263
Tue 29/419:10JNB - MEL
1 stop26h 20mEmirates
Tue 20/522:55MEL - JNB
1 stop25h 20mEmirates
Deal found 28/4R23 808
Sat 20/1220:45JNB - MEL
1 stop17h 45mSouth African
Fri 2/118:50MEL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mSouth African
Deal found 27/4R25 114
Sat 20/1219:05JNB - MEL
2 stops38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Wed 31/1220:40MEL - JNB
2 stops47h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R28 100
Mon 22/914:30JNB - MEL
3 stops33h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 28/913:25MEL - JNB
3 stops31h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 27/4R54 278

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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OR Tambo

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Depart

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Price

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

11:20-22:15

1 stop26h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

14:25-7:40

1 stop25h 15m

R16 233

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

11:20-23:35

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

23:45-7:40

1 stop39h 55m

R17 632

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/9

19:50-7:25

1 stop27h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 1/4

6:55-18:35

1 stop20h 40m

R19 312

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/6

18:45-18:50

1 stop16h 05m

Melbourne

Mon 7/7

6:30-16:20

1 stop17h 50m

R19 853

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - AVV

JNBAVV

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

18:45-22:50

1 stop20h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 21/7

6:00-16:20

1 stop18h 20m

R20 263

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/9

3:10-23:10

2 stops36h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

15:15-14:20

2 stops31h 05m

R22 334

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/6

13:25-16:40

1 stop43h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

5:15-10:15

1 stop37h 00m

R26 458

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/9

13:55-8:10

2 stops34h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

15:15-15:15

3 stops32h 00m

R28 193

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

14:30-8:10

3 stops33h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 28/9

13:25-13:05

3 stops31h 40m

R54 278

JohannesburgMelbourne

JNB - MEL

JNBMEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/5

13:55-23:10

1 stop25h 15m

R8 322

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 28 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Johannesburg to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 213 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
851 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
828 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 561 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific (R16 233), Singapore Airlines (R19 312), and Qantas Airways (R19 853) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R8 322 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from R8 359 and Qantas Airways from R12 725 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights have a stopover in Sydney most often. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Doha follows Dubai in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, and Gold Souq are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, LEGOLAND Dubai, or Gold Souq can do so by travelling 10,5 km, 51,6 km, and 6,8 km, respectively from Dubai Intl.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Abu Dhabi. Hong Kong is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne. Singapore comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne (average of R991). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 354). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 663AverageR18 828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR15 167AverageR18 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 334AverageR18 000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR15 582AverageR21 905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR17 105AverageR19 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 821AverageR23 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 333AverageR20 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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RwandAirCheapestR21 515AverageR25 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR23 447AverageR26 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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